University of Missouri Ionwave #27-0057 Addendum 1

Replace Life Science Cooling Tower 2 fill media and drift eliminators

The University of Missouri is seeking a contractor to replace fill media and drift eliminators in both cells of Life Science Cooling Tower 2. - Buyer and location - University of Missouri, UM Procurement; Columbia, Missouri. - OEM and vendors - Marley is specifically cited for OEM fill material and experience; OEM materials are required. No other supplier is named in the opportunity. - Products requested - Cooling tower fill media: replace the existing PVC fill in both cells; no part number or quantity is specified. - Cooling tower drift eliminators: replace in both cells; no part number or quantity is specified. - Installation service - One lump-sum project to furnish and install both types of material in Life Science Cooling Tower 2 (CT-2), with work performed in both cells simultaneously. University facility operators will guide tower isolation, draining, and return to service. - Notable requirements - Contractors must have at least five years of cooling-tower service experience, Marley OEM fill experience, qualified technicians, and three references for similar projects. - Bids should describe work methodology, schedule risks, material lead times and documentation, and warranty terms. The contractor must be able to complete the work within the winter work window. - Work is subject to site safety requirements, including lockout/tagout and fall protection, and applicable construction labor, prevailing-wage, bonding, and high-risk insurance requirements. - Contract term - One year from award, with four additional one-year renewal options; renewal price increases must be stated.

Description

The University of Missouri is requesting bids for replacement of the existing PVC fill media and drift eliminators in both cells of Life Science Cooling Tower 2, using OEM materials. The scope includes supplying and installing the materials, with both cells worked on simultaneously; University facility operators will guide isolation, draining, and return to service. Bidders must meet the stated qualifications, provide three references, and submit supplemental information covering methodology, schedule risks, lead times, material documentation, and warranty terms. Bids must be submitted through the University of Missouri System electronic bidding platform by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT.

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